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Oral Pathology and Microbiology

Oral Pathology and Microbiology

About the Department

The Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology imparts knowledge of Dental Anatomy, Embryology, and Oral Histology to First BDS students and Oral Pathology and Microbiology to Third BDS students. The department also trains postgraduate students in the specialty of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology.
It is equipped with qualified and dedicated faculty, advanced teaching and learning resources, including models, penta-head and research microscopes, and internet facilities for both staff and students, ensuring an ideal academic and research environment.

Our Vision

Centre of Excellence

To emerge as a centre of excellence in Oral Pathology through evidence-based educational practices.

Advanced Diagnostics

To provide high-quality laboratory services for accurate diagnosis of oral and maxillofacial pathologies.

Our Mission

Academic Excellence

To promote excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate education and research in Oral Pathology.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

To encourage collaboration across disciplines for impactful outcomes benefiting the community and nation.

Innovative Techniques

To promote the use of advanced histotechniques in the histopathological diagnosis of maxillofacial diseases.

Our Objectives

Quality Education

To provide educational programs for training undergraduate and postgraduate students in Oral Pathology.

Clinical Understanding

To train students to understand common oral diseases, their diagnosis, and correlation with systemic conditions and laboratory findings.

Research Promotion

To encourage and undertake innovative, collaborative, and impactful research focused on common oral pathologies.

HOD & Professor

Dr. Nupura Vibhute (BDS, MDS, PhD)

Dr. Nupura Vibhute is the Professor and Head of the Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology at the School of Dental Sciences, Karad. She completed her BDS from Pravara Medical Trust & Rural Dental College, Loni, MDS from Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College, Pune, and earned her Ph.D. in 2023.
A postgraduate teacher, guide, and examiner, she has authored two books, received three copyrights, and published over 70 research papers. Her key interests include Forensic Odontology and Dental Education Technology, and she is known as a committed teacher and accomplished writer.

02164-241555/6/7

deansds@kvv.edu.in

Excellence in Oral Pathology and Microbiology — Advancing Diagnosis, Research, and Education

Important Infrastructure .

The Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology features spacious laboratories, practical halls, museums, and seminar rooms. The department is equipped with advanced instruments and modern technology essential for UG and PG training, diagnosis, and research activities.

Facility / Equipment

Description / Use

Undergraduate Facilities

Well-equipped and spacious Oral Pathology, Dental Anatomy & Histology practical hall, museum, PG clinic, and seminar room.

Equipment

Latest state-of-the-art instruments including Penta Head microscope, Research microscope with polarization, phase contrast, dark field, binocular and monocular microscopes, microtome, precision balance, etc.

Teaching Learning Method .

Category

Details

Undergraduate Teaching

  • The department teaches I BDS, II BDS & III BDS students in Oral Anatomy & Histology and Oral Pathology & Microbiology.

    • Oral Pathology

  • 110 hours of theory annually covering basic concepts.
  • 176 hours of practical training annually on identifying pathology slides, casts, and specimens.
  • Students engage in case presentations, pictorial representation of diseases, discussions, and seminars.

    • Oral Anatomy & Histology

  • Practicals include normal histology slides of tooth development and orofacial structures.
  • Training in identifying tooth morphology and dentition using casts and specimens.
  • Innovative methods like crosswords are encouraged.

    • Advanced Learners

  • Short seminar presentations
  • Participation in conferences
  • Preparation of scientific posters, charts, and museum models

    • Slow Learners

  • Separate discussion sessions
  • Additional practice tests
  • Extra practical coaching

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